Senior Talent Sourcing Consultant

Wells Fargo & Company; London; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services company seeks a Senior Talent Sourcing Consultant to join their Talent Acquisition team in London. This role involves redefining sourcing strategies and engaging with candidates to build a high-performing workforce in the competitive banking sector across the EMEA region. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in talent acquisition, particularly within commercial and investment banking, and will play a crucial role in shaping the talent landscape.

Qualifications

• Experience in proactive talent sourcing within financial services.
• Strong understanding of the EMEA job market and cultural nuances.
• Ability to deliver a positive candidate experience.

Responsibilities

• Utilize innovative sourcing strategies to attract high-caliber talent.
• Conduct in-depth market analysis to shape sourcing strategies.
• Engage with candidates to promote the organization and opportunities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Experience in Talent Sourcing or Recruitment

Job description

We are looking for an experienced Senior Talent Sourcing Consultant to join our Talent Acquisition team in London.

In the role of Senior Talent Sourcing Consultant within our Strategic Sourcing Team, you will be empowered to redefine our sourcing approach, meticulously crafted to align with the specific demands of our Commercial and Investment Banking clientele across the EMEA region.

Your extensive knowledge and experience in talent acquisition will be vital in discovering, engaging, and securing outstanding candidates who not only embody our organisational principles but also possess the expertise required to expertly navigate the intricate landscape of the banking industry.

In this position, you will play a key role in shaping our talent pool, driving our strategic success, and fostering innovation within the organization.

Join us in this exhilarating opportunity to shape and enhance the talent landscape within the fast-paced world of commercial and investment banking. Your contributions will be instrumental in building a high-performing workforce that propels our success throughout the EMEA region.

In this role, you will:

• Innovative Sourcing Strategies - Utilize cutting-edge sourcing methodologies and comprehensive market intelligence to discover and attract high-caliber talent in the competitive arenas of commercial and investment banking. Your approach will involve a mix of proactive outreach, networking, and digital engagement.
• Collaborative Client Engagement - Forge strong partnerships with hiring managers, recruiters, and key stakeholders to gain a deep understanding of their specific talent requirements. You will ensure that recruitment efforts are closely aligned with the overarching business objectives and the unique cultural characteristics of our organization.
• In-Depth Market Analysis - Conduct thorough research and analysis of the market landscape, including industry trends and competitor practices. This information will be vital in shaping our sourcing strategies and providing actionable insights into talent availability, compensation benchmarks, and best practices within the sector.
• Dynamic Candidate Engagement - Establish and nurture meaningful relationships with prospective candidates, offering them an enticing narrative about our organization and the distinctive opportunities we provide within the banking sector. Your ability to engage talent will be key to attracting candidates who are not only qualified but also enthusiastic about joining our team.
• Continuous Process Optimization - Regularly assess and refine the sourcing process to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. By implementing industry best practices and leveraging the latest technologies, you will improve our ability to attract and hire top talent swiftly.

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in Talent Sourcing, Recruitment, or equivalent demonstrated through one or a combination of the following: work experience, training, military experience, education

Desired Qualifications:

• Proven experience with a concentration on proactive talent sourcing, ideally within the financial services domain, with a focus on Commercial and Investment Banking.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels of the organization effectively.
• Strong analytical capabilities and problem-solving skills, complemented by a data-driven approach to sourcing and recruitment.
• A solid understanding of the EMEA job market and the cultural nuances that influence recruitment practices in the region.
• Maintain in-depth and up-to-date business intelligence of relevant competitors, market conditions, hiring trends, and other relevant market data preferably within Commercial and Investment Banking.
• Experience consulting on and negotiating complex compensation packages.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience delivering a positive and engaging candidate experience for candidates throughout the talent identification and recruiting process.

Posting End Date:

5 Jun 2025

*Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

Wells Fargo is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Employees support our focus on building strong customer relationships balanced with a strong risk mitigating and compliance-driven culture which firmly establishes those disciplines as critical to the success of our customers and company. They are accountable for execution of all applicable risk programs (Credit, Market, Financial Crimes, Operational, Regulatory Compliance), which includes effectively following and adhering to applicable Wells Fargo policies and procedures, appropriately fulfilling risk and compliance obligations, timely and effective escalation and remediation of issues, and making sound risk decisions. There is emphasis on proactive monitoring, governance, risk identification and escalation, as well as making sound risk decisions commensurate with the business unit’s risk appetite and all risk and compliance program requirements.

Candidates applying to job openings posted in Canada: Applications for employment are encouraged from all qualified candidates, including women, persons with disabilities, aboriginal peoples and visible minorities. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process.

Wells Fargo Recruitment and Hiring Requirements:

a. Third-Party recordings are prohibited unless authorized by Wells Fargo.

b. Wells Fargo requires you to directly represent your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process.

About the company

Wells Fargo & Company is an American multinational financial services company with corporate headquarters in San Francisco.

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